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Feasibility of eddy current measurement of ferrite content in stainless steel welds

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/4370898· OSTI ID:4370898

A phase-sensitive eddy current system was used to measure the presence of ferrite in an austenitic stainless steel matrix. Measurements were made on pressed powder specimens and on a weld in Type 304L stainless steel. The data obtained showed that small amounts of ferrite, on the order of 1 to 3%, could easily be detected. Variation in ferrite with position within the weld was also detected with good reproducibility. Absolute values for the ferrite content were not obtained as accurate standards for calibration were not available. (auth)

Research Organization:
Dow Chemical U.S.A., Golden, Colo. Rocky Flats Div.
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
NSA Number:
NSA-29-018299
OSTI ID:
4370898
Report Number(s):
RFP--2125
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English